In the Neighboring Communities collection at the Sandusky Library Archives Research Center are several postcards that feature Lakeside, Ohio. Lakeside is a Chautauqua community which had its origins as a camp meeting site for people of the Methodist faith. Here is a group departing from a steamer to visit Lakeside in 1905:
A path at Lakeside, once known as “Flirtation Walk”:
The Lakeside Auditorium is now known as Hoover Auditorium. Speakers and musicians have visited Hoover Auditorium for over 90 years.
Lake Erie provides opportunity for visitors to enjoy a swim at Lakeside.
Visit Sandusky Library to learn more about Lakeside. Several titles are available for loan through the Clevnet system.
